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NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Democratic Texas state Rep. Joe Moody about failed legislation that would have enhanced emergency response measures in Texas. Moody was one of the bill's sponsors.

NPR asks Chad Berginnis, executive director of the Association of State Floodplain Managers, about the kind of support the government offers to those in flood-prone areas.

A new HBO two-part documentary chronicles the life and work of one of America's most successful singer/songwriters, Billy Joel.

Filmmaker Ken Burns tells NPR's Michel Martin about the role that federal funding has played in his documentary work and the potential impact of the loss of that funding on children's programming.

NPR talks to Danny Boyle about "28 Years Later," the latest film in his post-apocalyptic horror franchise. It takes place nearly three decades after a zombie virus escaped from a medical research lab.

Civil rights groups alleged that ICE and Border Patrol agents are rounding people up based on their race, and denying them access to lawyers. A federal judge said there's evidence what they're doing is illegal.

An NPR/PBS News/Marist poll shows Trump's approval rating when it comes to the economy is lower than it's ever been — just 39%. How are voters feeling about other aspects of his leadership?

The U.S. economy contracted in the first three months of the year. Economists warn the months to come could also be challenging if President Trump's tariffs remain in place.

Federal health officials have changed the game for COVID vaccine access. Pregnant moms and others who rely on them to protect a high-risk family member are scared.

The jury considering the charges of racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking and transportation for prostitution against the music mogul Sean Combs began its deliberations.

The Trump administration has asked Congress to rescind funds for NPR/PBS and foreign aid. Congress has until the end of the week to approve the cuts.

The U.S. military bombed key nuclear sites in Iran over the weekend. Afterwards, President Trump warned Iran not to strike back — but Iran has launched missiles at a major U.S air base in Qatar.